Just learned that the remote start on my 2017 Lexus GX 460 is no longer available because Lexus relied on 3G for its communication. I had previously really enjoyed the remote start and was even willing to pay for the monthly Lexus Enform subscription because I live in a cold climate and for months out of the year it was really nice getting into a warm car that I could start from anywhere rather than line of site via keyfob. Now even though Lexus Enform is no longer available, I have been told by the dealership that the keyfob remote start is not available either. For a $60,000 vehicle, I honestly think it is ludicrous not to have these features and the brand loyalty that had been accumulated from my previous 2007 GX 470 has completely evaporated and for my next vehicle I will not only buy sooner, but I will also do way more research into what is included in the purchase price and what will be gouged out with subscriptions. Lexus/Toyota should be absolutely embarrassed that this is even occurring and not only do I sense no regret, they do not have the decency to feel ashamed at the lack of features at the luxury level they are professing.
Drove my original GX 470 to over 260,000 miles, and loved my baby, but this is ridiculous and so disheartening that I will likely be switching after this winter while my current GX 460 still retains some trade in value
